Sunset Tasting Tour
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Morocco Family Holiday
Akin to a perfectly balanced tagine, Morocco has all the essential ingredients for a fabulous family adventure.
Experience the vibrant tapestry of Morocco on this family holiday, where cultural immersion, mountain adventures, and Atlantic coast activities await – all within a three-hour travel radius.
Perfectly tailored for a week or 10-day holiday, combine the buzz of Marrakech with the Berber beauty of the High Atlas mountains and the coastal charm of bohemian Essaouira. Visit these three destinations in any order you wish to get the right balance for your family adventure.
Key Highlights of this Itinerary
Atlantic Shores
An ideal destination to dive into aquatic adventures, with opportunities for surfing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP).
Mountains and Mules
Discover the Atlas Mountains on foot, visiting remote Berber villages and enjoying a gourmet picnic amidst snowy peaks.
Traditional Accommodation
Take exclusive use of a riad? An immersion in Moroccan culture, just a stone’s throw from the buzzing heart of Marrakech.
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Day 1-2
Marrakech
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Day 3
Marrakech - Essaouira
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Day 4-5
Essaouira
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Day 7
Essaouira - Atlas Mountains
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Day 8-9
Atlas Mountains
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Day 10
Marrakech
Day 1-2
Marrakech
Spend two days exploring the gardens, markets and Moorish architecture of Marrakech.
Day 3
Marrakech - Essaouira
Transfer or self drive to the coastal city of Essaouria, a journey of approximately three hours.
Day 4-5
Essaouira
Spend two days relaxing and exploring the walled town and windswept beaches of bohemian Essaouira.
Day 7
Essaouira - Atlas Mountains
Transfer or self drive to the Atlas Mountains, a journey of around four hours.
Day 8-9
Atlas Mountains
Explore remote Berber villages and the spectacular mountain scenery of the Atlas.
Day 10
Marrakech
Return to Marrakech for onward travel.
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Marrakech
Colourful, cosmopolitan Marrakech is one of the most evocative places in the world. Venture deep into the souq to find traditional crafts, relax on the rooftop terrace of your riad, with views across the city, or explore the beautiful Majorelle Gardens, owned by Yves Saint Laurent.
Essaouira
Essaouira is a delightful Mediterranean-style fishing port with a wide sandy bay of crashing Atlantic waves and an intriguing network of dusty whitewashed houses. Bohemian and slow paced, the charming town boasts many budding artists and is also renowned for its red cedar and lemonwood cabinet making and the famous Argan oil, produced from olives endemic to this region. The beach which, although perhaps a little too windy to sunbathe on, offers miles of unbeatable walking, great swimming and water sports – the windsurfing championships are hosted here each year.
A note on price
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This Itinerary
Price
From £4,495 Per person
When to travel
Morocco in January
January is Morocco’s coldest month, yet you can still experience sunny days in certain regions of the country with milder temperatures, ideal for sightseeing and outside Morocco’s peak travel season. It should still be noted that temperatures can dramatically change from day to night.
Morocco in February
At the end of the extreme winter months, February will see temperatures slowly rising during the day but be prepared for a dramatic change in temperatures as once the sunsets, evenings are much colder.
Morocco in March
Travelling from March through to May is one of the best times to visit Morocco. As the country experiences an extreme of the weather chart, with blistering hot summers and chilly winters, visiting during Spring and Autumn as the best times to travel.
Morocco in April
April is an ideal time to travel to Morocco as temperatures will be cooler than the peak summer months and the entire country can be explored without extremes in climates in the Sahara Desert or the Atlas Mountains.
Morocco in May
During springtime, sandstorms can be likely in the Sahara yet in the Atlas Mountains, temperatures are comfortable with few rainy days. The climate will vary according to the region, yet it is still a popular time to travel.
Morocco in June
Travelling to Morocco during June is a good time to visit the country with temperatures in their high 20s, but temperatures may rise into the 30s if visiting some of the country’s major cities including Marrakech.
Morocco in July
Morocco experiences a blistering hot summer, particularly in the months of July and August, where temperatures can climb into the late 30s, meaning sightseeing can be exhausting.
Morocco in August
The month of August will continue to bring extremely high temperatures during the day, yet cool evenings, particularly in many central regions. Coastal regions will be marginally cooler; however, temperatures will still be high.
Morocco in September
Travel during Autumn, from September to October, for bearable daytime temperatures and cool, balmy evenings. As Morocco experiences extremes in climates during summer and winter, both spring and autumn are the best months to visit.
Morocco in October
As one of the best times to travel to Morocco, October will experience about 8 hours of daily sunshine with an average of 28°C. Morocco’s mountainous and desert regions can get cooler at night though and it is best to travel to the Atlas Mountains before winter begins.
Morocco in November
The beginning of winter begins in November and lasts until January, experiencing very cold temperatures and occasional rainfall. As November is the start of winter, the climate will be less extreme with more moderate temperatures during the day but cool evenings.
Morocco in December
Morocco will experience chilly winters with some mountainous regions even seeing snowfall on particularly cold nights.
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